Crush the Candy Competition This Halloween

As soon as you flip your calendar to October, it seems that candy is everywhere. And though we know that we should probably just step away, we're only human. But whatever you're craving, there is a better choice, say our experts.

When you want peanut butter

When you want peanut butter

Reese's Peanut Butter Cup vs. Butterfinger

It's Reese's for the win. "They have almost one third of the calories, 19 grams fewer carbs, and about one third of the saturated fat of a Butterfinger," says registered dietitian and Mom Dishes it Out author Laura Cipullo. More good news for Reese's: Since they're made with actual peanut butter, they contain 5 grams of protein, which helps to balance out their sugar content and keeps you satisfied for longer, says registered dietitian Amy Shapiro.

When you just want a classic chocolate bar

When you just want a classic chocolate bar

Hershey's bar vs. Dove bar

In terms of calories and saturated fats, these bars are nearly identical, so go ahead and nosh on your favorite. However, Shapiro notes that a Hershey's bar has slightly more sugar and two extra ingredients, so you may be slightly better off with a Dove bar. "The fewer ingredients, the better," she says.